British author Simon Mawer talks to Stephen Jewell about the truth behind his secret agent heroine and feeling like a tourist in one’s own land.

Nicky Pellegrino sees a film sequel in Joanne Harris' latest novel.

Her first two novels failed to sell and her next three weren’t even accepted by a publisher. So how did Chocolat author Joanne Harris become an international best-seller? She talks to Stephen Jewell about food, religion and her latest novel.

The debut book by racy publishing phenomenon EL James, Fifty Shades Of Grey, has become the first to sell more than one million copies on Kindle.

One critic dubbed it "Bend it Like Beckham in a burka." A feel-good read that carries with it romance, humour and suspense, with a sinister twist.

Adults of all ages will love this comic cleverness, writes Nicky Pellegrino.

When we last saw Thomas Cromwell, in the Booker prize-winning Wolf Hall, Hilary Mantel's unlikely hero was at the height of his powers.

New research suggests by losing yourself in a book you could temporarily change your own behaviour and thoughts to channel the characters.

Today's romantic comedies and louche celebrities set a poor example for the modern woman. So should we take lessons from a literary great instead? Emily Jupp tries Jane Austen's morals and values for size.

Novelist examines marriage in a social media age, writes Nicky Pellegrino.

Mega-musical Mary Poppins is finally coming to town. Lydia Jenkin went behind the scenes of the show in Perth

There are art treasures all around us in Auckland, if you know where to look, writes Joanna Mathers.